Sideways Migration
Being French in London
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Deborah Reed-Donahay's "Sideways Migration" offers a nuanced exploration of middle-class migration, challenging conventional understandings of this phenomenon.
The book focuses on French citizens relocating to London, examining their motivations, experiences, and strategies for integration.
It delves into the complexities of emplacement and dislocation, highlighting how these processes are shaped by broader socio-political contexts such as Brexit and the pandemic.
The study also introduces the concept of a 'French emigration apparatus,' revealing the extensive network of institutions supporting French citizens abroad.
Ultimately, the book provides valuable insights into transnationalism and the diverse experiences of middle-class migrants.
The book focuses on French citizens relocating to London, examining their motivations, experiences, and strategies for integration.
It delves into the complexities of emplacement and dislocation, highlighting how these processes are shaped by broader socio-political contexts such as Brexit and the pandemic.
The study also introduces the concept of a 'French emigration apparatus,' revealing the extensive network of institutions supporting French citizens abroad.
Ultimately, the book provides valuable insights into transnationalism and the diverse experiences of middle-class migrants.
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